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Ingredients 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 2/3 c. granulated sugar 1 large egg, plus 1 large egg yolk for brushing 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract,or almond extract (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375° and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt.Step 2In a medium bowl using a hand mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. butter 1 14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk 3 c. butterscotch chips 1/3 c. sweetened condensed milk 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. white chocolate chips 1 c. marshmallow bits (optional) Preparation Step 1Line an 8"-x-8" pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.Step 2Make the butterscotch layer: In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter, then add condensed milk and butterscotch chips. Stir until all chips have melted and the mixture has fully combined....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 teaspoon butter1 green onion, sliced1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce, divided6 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drainedLemon wedges and fresh parsley Preparation In a small skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until almost tender. Add onion; cook until tender. Stir in the shrimp and 2 tablespoons Alfredo sauce. Pour 1/4 cup remaining sauce into a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons sugar1 large egg, room temperature2/3 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup white baking chips1/2 cup apricot preservesTOPPING:1/3 cup biscuit/baking mix1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix and sugar. Whisk the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chips. Pour into a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Drop preserves by teaspoonfuls over batter....

Ingredients 1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook and stir sausage until browned. Remove from pan; discard drippings. Add remaining ingredients to skillet; cook and stir over low heat until heated through, 2-3 minutes. Stir in sausage; heat through.

Ingredients 1 package (6.9 ounces) chicken-flavored rice and vermicelli mix2 jars (6-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts3 cups cooked long grain rice3 cups chopped green onions3/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon curry powder Preparation Prepare rice mix according to package directions; cool. Drain artichokes, reserving marinade. Chop artichokes; place in a large bowl. Add the prepared rice, long grain rice and onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, curry powder and reserved marinade....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds extra-lean ground turkey1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed1/3 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce1/4 cup hoisin sauce3 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon sesame oil3 garlic cloves, minced4 green onions, chopped10 Boston lettuce leavesAdditional hoisin sauce, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink. Coarsely chop stir-fry vegetables; add to the pan....

Ingredients 4 cups cold mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup sour cream1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper40 Ritz crackers, crushed1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon paprikaBarbecue sauce, Dijon-mayonnaise blend or ranch salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Shape mixture by tablespoonfuls into balls. Roll in cracker crumbs. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 5 to 6 medium uncooked red potatoes, peeled and shredded (about 3 cups)5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup chopped onion2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons all-purpose flourSalt and pepper to tasteDash ground nutmegOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Rinse and thoroughly drain potatoes. In a bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon, onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg. In an electric skillet, heat 1/8 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by 2 heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon paprika4 to 6 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick)1 egg1/2 cup milk3/4 cup cornflakes, crushed1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; rub over both sides of pork chops. Cover and refrigerate 1-4 hours. Place a baking sheet in a 375° oven for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (3-1/2 ounces) instant banana pudding mix2 cups cold milk1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs2 medium ripe bananas, slicedWhipped cream4 maraschino cherries, optional Preparation Prepare pudding according to package directions, using the 2 cups cold milk. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs into each of four parfait or dessert glasses. Top crumbs with 1/4 cup prepared pudding and half of the banana slices. Repeat layers of crumbs, pudding and banana slices....

Ingredients 1/2 pound pork tenderloin1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup barbecue sauce, divided2 hoagie buns, split1/2 cup deli coleslaw2 thin sandwich pickle slices Preparation Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open meat so it lies flat. Place on a rack coated with cooking spray in a broiler pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brush with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top round steak (3/4 inch thick)2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup water, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce3 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 cups fresh asparagus pieces or fresh broccoli florets1 cup sliced cauliflower1 small sweet red or green pepper, julienned1 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch wedges2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon ketchup1 teaspoon red wine vinegarHot cooked rice Preparation Slice beef into thin 3-in....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and sliced1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zestOptional: Shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions...

Ingredients 1 c. quinoa 2 c. sweet potato, peeled and chopped (about 2 sweet potatoes) 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 large eggs 2 c. baby spinach, chopped 2 small avocados, cubed Everything Bagel Seasoning (optional) 1/4 c. your favorite cheese (optional) Preparation Step 1Cook quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups water over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until water is mostly absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 ripe avocado, mashed 2/3 c. coconut butter, melted 1/4 c. honey 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Kosher salt 1 (4-oz.) dark chocolate bar, melted Preparation Step 1In a food processor, pulse the avocado with the coconut butter, honey, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Scrape into a freezer-proof container and freeze until firm, at least 30 minutes. Step 2Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using damp hands, roll avocado mixture into balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and arrange on prepared baking sheet....

Ingredients 12 large eggs 1/3 c. mayonnaise Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/4 c. chopped cooked bacon 2 tbsp. shredded Cheddar 1 1/2 tbsp. yellow mustard 2 tsp. chopped jalapeño (seeded if desired) kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook, covered, 1 minute. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 14 minutes, then rinse under cold water....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter 1 onion, diced 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes 6 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 c. ketchup 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar (or red or white wine vinegar) 1 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 4 shakes of hot sauce (such as Tabasco) 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram 1 bay leaf 2 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon), peeled and diced 1 1/2 c....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)6 tablespoons thawed apple juice concentrate1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons vanilla yogurt8 cups torn mixed salad greens2 cups chopped apples1 small red onion, cut into rings1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1 package (2-1/2 ounces) dried apple chips Preparation Grill chicken on an indoor grill coated with cooking spray for 5-7 minutes or until a thermometer reads 179°. Meanwhile, for dressing, combine the apple juice concentrate, oil and yogurt in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well....

Ingredients 2 cups water24 fresh asparagus spears (about 1 pound), trimmed1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (17-1/4 ounces) frozen puff pastry dough, thawed1/4 cup egg substitute Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain asparagus and immediately place in ice water; drain and pat dry. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and salt until smooth; set aside....